BURNED-SCALLION CREMA
This is a hopped-up, smoky version of a traditional Mexican crema, thinner than sour cream, with more tang, and a slightly salty bite. I like it matched with slab-bacon tacos and it is marvelous drizzled over roasted cabbage or sweet potatoes. I've plopped it into black bean soup. It's a nice addition to a quesadilla, and I enjoy it on a burger enrobed with jack cheese and topped with pickled jalapenos. It's a versatile condiment. Try it with nachos in place of the traditional sour cream.
Provided by Sam Sifton
Categories condiments, side dish
Time 20m
Yield About 1 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Put the scallions and jalapeño in a large dry sauté pan and cook over high heat, tossing occasionally, until the scallions and jalapeño have blackened at the edges, approximately 10 to 12 minutes.
- Put the scallions and jalapeño in the bowl of a food processor, and blitz them with the juice of 1 lime, then add the sour cream and mayonnaise, and blitz the mixture until it is smooth and flecked with blackened bits. Season to taste with the salt and, if you'd like the mixture thinner, the juice of the second lime. Scrape into a bowl, and reserve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 221, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 235 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams
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Sana Munif
m_sana@hotmail.co.ukThis was the worst crema I've ever tasted. It was so gross and I had to throw it out. I would never recommend this recipe to anyone.
Azaan Rajpoot
rajpoot_a@hotmail.co.ukThis crema was a waste of time. It was so bland and flavorless. I wouldn't recommend this recipe to anyone.
Amanda Byrd
a-b@gmail.comI didn't like this crema. It was too heavy and greasy. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.
Farooq Khan Leghari
fleghari16@gmail.comThis crema was okay. It wasn't as flavorful as I thought it would be. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Laurence Chand
laurence-c@hotmail.comThis crema was a bit too spicy for my taste, but it was still good. I think I'll try making it again with less chili powder next time.
Sunil Dk
sunildk@yahoo.comThis crema was delicious! I used it on burritos and it was perfect. The flavor was amazing and it was really easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again.
Naila Baloch
baloch.n@yahoo.comThis crema was a great addition to my tacos. It was creamy and flavorful, and it really brought all the flavors together. I'll definitely be making this again.
Haker Haker
haker-haker@hotmail.comI wasn't sure about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The crema was so flavorful and creamy. I used it on tacos and it was perfect. I'll definitely be making this again.
Md Tanvir Ahmed
m-a39@yahoo.comThis crema was delicious! I used it on grilled chicken and it was perfect. The flavor was amazing and it was really easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again.
Katlego Tleane
tkatlego@hotmail.frI loved this crema! It was so creamy and flavorful. I used it on tacos and it was perfect. I'll definitely be making this again.
Sofia Liakoudi
liakoudi.s25@aol.comThis was a great recipe! The crema was easy to make and had a really nice flavor. I'll definitely be making it again.
Omojarabi Olorunjuwon
oolorunjuwon@hotmail.comThis crema was amazing! I used it on tacos, burritos, and even just as a dip with chips. It was so versatile and flavorful. I highly recommend trying this recipe.
Borno Hawee
hawee.borno89@hotmail.comI'm not usually a fan of scallions, but this crema changed my mind. The burning process really mellowed out the flavor and made it so creamy and delicious. I'll definitely be using this recipe again.
Julian S.
js35@yahoo.comThis burned scallion crema was a hit at my last dinner party! The flavor was so unique and delicious, and it was really easy to make. I'll definitely be making it again.